Vienna Cycling Association

This mountain bike tour starts in Leobendorf, near Vienna, and takes you through the diverse hilly landscape of the Weinviertel region. The route is ideal for well-conditioned cyclists with moderate mountain biking experience who are looking for a sporty challenge. With a total length of approximately 45-50 km and 850-900 meters of elevation gain, the tour offers a cross-country experience with moderate climbs and descents, and only a few technically demanding sections or single trails.

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### Route:

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#### Start: Leobendorf Train Station

The tour begins at the train station in Leobendorf, a picturesque town known for the Kreuzenstein Castle. From here, the route heads toward the Waschberg.

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#### Waschberg

The first climb takes you up the Waschberg. This hill offers a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers and mountain bikers. After a short break, the route continues toward Leitzersdorf.

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#### Leitzersdorf – Hatzenbach – Senning – Streitdorf – Bruderndorf

This section is less technically demanding and passes through several small villages. The terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling, making it a great opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the region. There are no significant climbs here, so this part of the tour can be considered a recovery section before tackling the more challenging hills like Steinberg and Michelberg.

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#### Praunsberg

After passing through Bruderndorf, you’ll reach Praunsberg. Here, a gentle climb begins, preparing you for the next part of the tour.

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#### Steinberg

The route continues to Steinberg, which is known for its beautiful views. This section is slightly more challenging, but the effort is well worth it.

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#### Grillenberg

After Steinberg, the route leads to Grillenberg. This section is a bit more relaxed and offers a good opportunity to take in the surrounding scenery.

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#### Michelberg

Michelberg is one of the highlights of the tour. The climb is challenging, but the view from the summit is spectacular. This is a great spot to take a longer break and enjoy the landscape.

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#### Toblerberg

After Michelberg, the route continues to Toblerberg. This section is less steep and offers a pleasant descent.

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#### Finish: Leobendorf Train Station

The tour ends back at the train station in Leobendorf, where you can reflect on the ride and relax.

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### Important Notes

• Technical Difficulty: The route is technically easy to moderate and mostly follows gravel, forest, and field paths. There are very few single trails, making this tour more of a cross-country experience.
• Equipment: A gravel bike or mountain bike is recommended, as many sections are on unpaved roads. E-mountain bikes are also suitable, but you may need to wait for "bio-bikers" on the climbs.
• Fitness Level: The tour requires a good level of fitness, as the climbs add up to approximately 850-900 meters of elevation gain.

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### Tour Highlights

• Viewpoints: The hills (Waschberg, Michelberg, Praunsberg, Steinberg) offer stunning views of the Weinviertel region and the surrounding landscape.
• Cross-Country Character: The route combines flat sections, moderate climbs, and easy descents, making it ideal for sporty riders.
• Nature Experience: The tour takes you through forests, fields, and vineyards, which are characteristic of the region.

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### Summary

• Start/Finish: P+R at Leobendorf Train Station
• Distance: Approx. 45-50 km
• Elevation Gain: Approx. 850-900 meters
• Difficulty: Moderate (technically easy to moderate, physically demanding)
• Recommended Equipment: Gravel bike or (E-)mountain bike
• Note: Participation is at your own risk.